Experience Gothenburg
Welcome to Gothenburg
A friendly city on the west coast of Sweden, home to a vibrant cultural scene, world-class restaurants, sustainable living and picturesque archipelago islands.
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Your guide to a weekend in Gothenburg
Explore Gothenburg during a weekend! Experience the city’s best shopping, different neighbourhoods, hotels and restaurants. Goteborg.com has collected everything you need to know for a pleasant weekend in Gothenburg.
Enjoy the city:More guides for your city break
Walk: Swedish “fika” with a view
This walk will take you from the lush greenery of the Garden Society of Gothenburg, by way of the main boulevard Avenyn and the area Vasastan, to cosy Haga Nygata. From here we climb the stairs to fortress Skansen Kronan…
Stunning photo spots in Gothenburg
Do you usually have your camera open and ready to photograph? If you are on the lookout for the best places to take pictures while visiting Gothenburg, we have some suggestions of where you can snap the best photos.
10 Instagram places in Gothenburg
From the cherry blossoms at Järntorget to the modern architecture of Lindholmen, here’s where to get that awesome photo for your Instagram feed.
Guide: The Gastronomic Gothenburg
Join us on a gastronomic journey through Gothenburg – from the city’s star restaurants and white tablecloths, to hidden gems, small hole-in-the-wall places and classic establishments.
Swedish traditions and holidays
Sweden’s calendar is filled with celebrations that reflect the country’s traditions and seasonal rhythm. From the folkloric Midsummer and Walpurgis Night to modern fika-inspired festivities like Semla Bun Day, you’re inv…
A city for foodies – and anyone else
Gothenburg may be Sweden’s second city, but when it comes to food, this charmingly rebellious coastal town constantly pinches above its weight. Seafood, Swedish fika and craft beer is on the menu.
24 hours in Gothenburg
Leave the planning to us, all you need to do is follow the itinerary below and we’ll take you from sightseeing tours to refreshing drinks in charming neighbourhoods.
9 new reasons to visit Gothenburg in 2025
Discover Gothenburg’s newest with everything from the highest restaurant in the Nordic region to unique hotel experiences, cultural events and a car festival. Here are nine new reasons to visit Gothenburg in 2025.
Architecture in Gothenburg
Gothenburg has an exciting mix of historic buildings and contemporary design. We have put together a guide to some of the most important sights when it comes to design and architecture.
The race course
Take a tour through Gothenburg along the 21k race course and experience what different neighborhoods we visit during the race.
